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NPP Nagaland raises concern Over Dimapur–Kohima Road Conditions

The National People’s Party (NPP) Nagaland expressed deep concern over the deteriorating condition of the Dimapur–Kohima road, particularly during the ongoing monsoon season, which has become a serious risk to the lives and safety of travelers.

This is a case of plain speaking from the regional party which is headed by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma.

Without any MLAs in the House in last two assembly elections - 2018 and 2023, the Congress is otherwise principal opposition party.

 

The NPP says - it is "not satisfied" with the complacent attitude of the contractor and the agency concerned, whose negligence and poor execution of the four-laning project have placed countless commuters in danger. 

The frequent landslides, traffic disruptions, and lack of timely remedial measures are unacceptable.

The NPP strongly urged the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India, to take stringent action against the agency and contractor responsible, holding them accountable for the delays and substandard works that continue to compromise public safety.

Furthermore, the NPP also called upon the State Government of Nagaland (NDPP-BJP regime) to immediately intimate the Central Government about the public outcry and press for urgent intervention to ensure timely completion of the project with proper safety measures.

The NPP Nagaland reiterated that public safety and convenience must remain the highest priority, and the party will continue to monitor this issue until satisfactory action is taken.  

According to northeast watchers - it is estimated that nearly 85% of roads across Nagaland are in poor shape, making travel difficult and hazardous, especially during the monsoon season.  

In Dec 2024, citizens in Kohima, Dimapur, Mokokchung, and Wokha have expressed growing frustration over deteriorating road conditions, ranging from potholes and uneven surfaces to poor drainage and dust pollution. 

Despite patch-up repairs being hastily executed often in some areas, residents and commuters say the quality remains subpar, highlighting systemic neglect by authorities.